Concealing a full size pistol.

[Yelovitz_503]

I'm in the tall and lanky crowd. 5'11" and 195, but I have just switched to carrying my CZ-75B full time. I have a Blackhawk, in the waist holster and usually keep a spare mag in a pocket (I know it's a no-no but I clean it regularly and get the lint out). I used to carry the Sig SP2022 but switched over after my last trip to the range (put up way better stuff with the CZ than anything else).

Even for a full size pistol the CZ is easy to conceal, due to it's slim frame. In spite of it being longer than the Sig it's also a big slimmer, and the extra weight doesn't bother me. If you're going to go full size I would recommend something that's either a single stack (1911) or is a slim double stack (CZ-75), part of it just depends on where you wear it as well. As far as wardrobe goes I find that a big button-up shirt, untucked is the way to go. Gives you some wiggle room in terms of movement.

 

[One_Jackal]

I am not exactly a small guy but I have no problem concealing a 6.5" Ruger Blackhawk 357. I use an open IWB holster made for a small gun like a P-3AT. You want the holster to be nothing more than a nylon ring and a belt clip. Bulldog makes the perfect holster for concealing large single actions.

 

[Pyro]

I'm 165 and conceal a 1911 IWB, usually just wear a t-shirt.
It prints, ok. I don't mind it though.
Nobody is looking for it and if they see it, oh well~

 

[harrygunner]

Depends on the gun.

I've always carried in an IWB holster under a Polo-type shirt in all kinds of weather. I'm 6' tall at 195lb.

My usual carry, a 1911 conceals very well. The hardest for me to conceal is my subcompact Glock 29. Setup is a Kydex IWB holster with a "The Beltman" belt. But, that Glock blocky shape pokes out.

 

[Remllez]

Old Fuff and Sam 1911 gave you very sound advice. As others have said in the post....No Ones Paying Attention Anyway. People carry lots of things on their belts and most wouldn't recognize a "part of a gun" when looking at it.

I'm not familiar with your holster but if it's a tuckable design you may want to try that method. I personally don't care for 3:00 o'clock carry as it sits directly on the highest part of my hip but, closer to 4:00 o'clock is a natural pocket that cradles a gun perfectly on my body.

Experimentation and flexibility will get you there. A small measure of patience may be needed as well....We all have a drawer full of experimental holsters, grips, etc....